NFL Rumors: Sam Cosmi, Commanders Agree to 4-Year, $74M Contract Extension

The Washington Commanders have solidified a major piece of the offensive line.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Commanders have extended guard Sam Cosmi on a four-year, $74 million contract that includes more than $45 million guaranteed.

The 25-year-old is entering his fourth season in the NFL and has played in 40 games and made 32 starts. He was a second-round pick in 2021 and could have been eligible for free agency following the 2024 season.

Commanders general manager Adam Peters spoke about the signing and called Cosmi a key piece of the team's offensive line.

"Sam has bought into the vision that (Commanders head coach Dan Quinn) and I have had for this team since day one," Peters said, per Zach Selby of Commanders.com. "He is a pillar of our offensive line and we believe that Sam's best playing days are ahead. Sam is a great leader and teammate and we're excited that he will be a member of our team for years to come. "

Cosmi spent his first two seasons at right tackle but switched to right guard for the 2023 season. The move paid off and allowed him to receive a contract that will keep him with the Commanders through the 2028 season.

The deal will align with 2024 No. 2 pick Jayden Daniels' rookie contract and shows how the team is valuing keeping his pocket clean as he looks to develop into a franchise quarterback. That will be a tall task after Washington allowed 65 sacks during the 2023 season.

With his contract set, he will focus on helping improve the line play to allow Washington to take a step forward.

The Commanders will open up the 2024 season on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.